Coastal flooding will impact the entire state of Delaware through the remainder of the week as Hurricane Erin and high tides form a dangerous combination for the First State.

Sussex and Kent Counties are under a coastal flooding warning. The warning started at 5 p.m. Aug. 20 and runs through 2 a.m. Aug. 23.

The combination of Erin, a Category 2 hurricane , and high tides will lead to 1 to 2 feet of inundation above ground level in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways. New Castle County is under a coastal flooding advisory until 2 a.m. Aug. 23.

People should expect widespread roadway flooding in coastal and bayside communities and along inland tidal waterways. Many roads may become impassable. Some damage to vulnerable structures may start to occur. Hurricane Erin Track

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